Dances With Dependency : Out Of Poverty Through Self-Reliance

Calvin Helin, a Tsimshian author and lawyer, examines the deep-rooted poverty and dependency affecting Indigenous communities in North America. He critiques the legacy of colonialism and ineffective government policies, arguing that reliance on external aid has hindered progress.

Helin advocates for a path forward based on self-reliance, economic development, education, and entrepreneurship. Offering both a critical analysis and a hopeful vision, the book calls for Indigenous peoples to reclaim control over their futures through self-determination and community empowerment.